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Clover Credit Card Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | May 01, 2025

Clover is an advanced POS system for businesses that require highly customizable software. You can start with the basic features, then add apps for advanced capabilities such as staff scheduling,...

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Xero Accounting Software Review and Pricing Plans
By Max Freedman | April 23, 2025

Based on our accounting software research, Xero is the best platform for tracking and paying bills. Read our review to learn why.

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Plooto Review
By Max Freedman | April 23, 2025

Plooto is our top accounting software pick for automating accounts payable. Read our review to learn why it’s a great supplement to Xero and QuickBooks.

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Wave Financial Review
By Simone Johnson | April 23, 2025

Wave is free, cloud-based accounting software that is viable for freelancers and businesses with fewer than 10 employees.

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Helcim Review
By Elsier Otachi | April 09, 2025

Helcim is the best credit card processor for established small businesses because of its transparent rates and rate-lock guarantee.

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Intuit QuickBooks Payroll Review
By Jamie Johnson | March 26, 2025

Whether you need a basic service to pay your employees or a robust payroll and HR software, Quickbooks Payroll offers scalable solutions. Learn more.

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CAKE Review
By Jamie Johnson | March 26, 2025

Cake is an all-in-one POS system with easy self-checkout options for a great customer experience. It also features intuitive software and durable hardware.

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MassMutual Review
By Max Freedman | March 06, 2025

American 401k is a small retirement benefits provider that offers concierge-level service. If your company is near Philadelphia, American 401k may be right for you.

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Toast Review
By Jamie Johnson | March 05, 2025

Toast works equally well for a small restaurant that's just getting started and a large chain looking to service multiple sites. It has also done a great job of pivoting in the midst of the pandemic,...

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Paychex Employee Retirement Review
By Max Freedman | March 03, 2025

Paychex is a payroll processing company that also offers retirement account recordkeeping and administration. See whether this provider is right for your small business.

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Gusto Payroll Software Review
By Jamie Johnson | February 18, 2025

Gusto's month-to-month pricing plans and comprehensive features earn it our best pick for sole proprietors and S-corps that use contractors or freelancers.

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Businessloans.com Review
By Max Freedman | February 14, 2025

BusinessLoans.com helps borrowers compare multiple loans at once. Learn how the lender aids business owners and first-time borrowers in the loan process.

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GoDaddy Review
By Jamie Johnson | February 11, 2025

GoDaddy POS helps businesses track online and offline sales and integrates with GoDaddy's e-commerce tools. Learn about GoDaddy's POS features and pricing.

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7 Websites for Comparing Small Business Insurance Quotes
By Amanda Clark | January 08, 2025

Finding the proper insurance coverage at a reasonable rate for your small business can be a challenge. Use these websites as online quote-comparison tools.

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Payment Gateways vs. Payment Processors
By Max Freedman | November 05, 2024

Learn all about the distinction between a payment gateway and a payment processor and which types of business need which type of infrastructure.

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Lightspeed vs. Square: POS Comparison
By Tom Anziano | October 23, 2024

Find out how Lightspeed and Square compare to see which POS system and payment processor is right for your business.

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The Best Collection Agency Services of 2024
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 17, 2024

Here is our guide to choosing the right debt collection agency for your business needs. We break down our best picks and explain legal considerations, risks, and rewards.

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What Is a Merchant Account, and Do You Really Need One?
By Jennifer Dublino | October 11, 2024

Your business needs a merchant account to accept credit and debit cards in person and online. Learn how merchant accounts work and how to get one.

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TouchBistro Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

TouchBistro is an excellent POS system for restaurants looking for a way to manage their menu, tables, and staff. Learn more about how TouchBistro works.

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Square POS Review and Pricing
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Square is the best POS for small businesses thanks to its affordable hardware and software. Learn more about Square’s features and costs and how it works.

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Lightspeed Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024

Lightspeed's POS system is designed for retail businesses, restaurants and golf courses. Learn whether Lightspeed is the right choice for your business.

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Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | September 06, 2024

Epos Now is an easy-to-use POS system with features for retailers, restaurants and hotels. Learn more about Epos Now's usability, costs and integrations.

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PayPal and Merchant Account Differences
By Dock David Treece | September 05, 2024

PayPal and merchant accounts have some key differences. While PayPal users get an account similar to a merchant account, they also get a lot more.

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Stripe vs. Authorize.net: Credit Card Processing Comparison
By Jamie Johnson | August 15, 2024

This comparison of Stripe and Authorize.net examines the pros and cons of each, and how they stack up against one another in price and features.

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What Is Reputation Insurance?
By Adam Uzialko | August 13, 2024

This guide explains reputation insurance and how it works to protect the value of a business’s brand.

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Stripe vs. PayPal
By Dock David Treece | August 08, 2024

Read our comparison of Stripe and PayPal to see which provider can best help your business accept payments.

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Zelle for Business
By Julie Thompson | July 08, 2024

Zelle allows instant digital payments. Learn about Zelle’s fees, its pros and cons, how to get started, and how it compares to other digital payment methods.

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High-Risk Credit Card Processing and Merchant Accounts
By Julie Thompson | July 01, 2024

Learn all about high-risk credit card processing and merchant accounts, including the pros and cons, and whether your business needs one.

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Melio Accounting Software
By Max Freedman | June 25, 2024

With options to add bills manually, in bulk or automatically via QuickBooks and Xero integrations, Melio’s free ACH bank payment tools streamline accounts payable management.

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Merchant One vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processors
By Mike Berner | June 20, 2024

What's the difference between Merchant One and Square? Read this comprehensive overview to see how these credit card processors compare and contrast